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"1936-2025 In memoriam: The Music of Pope Francis"

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"1936-2025 In memoriam: The Music of Pope Francis" - Johann Sebastian Bach

Album Description

This extraordinary album, "1936-2025 In memoriam: The Music of Pope Francis," is a profound exploration of classical music's enduring power, curated in honor of Pope Francis. Released on April 22, 2025, by UME - Global Clearing House, this compilation spans over four hours and eleven minutes, offering a rich tapestry of compositions that reflect the spiritual and cultural influences that have shaped the Pope's life and ministry.

At the heart of this collection is the timeless genius of Johann Sebastian Bach, whose works are interwoven with pieces by other masters such as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Ludwig van Beethoven. The album opens with the serene "O Bone Iesu" and includes iconic works like Bach's "Goldberg Variations" and Mozart's "Mass in C Minor." The selection also features live performances, adding a dynamic layer to the recorded pieces.

The album's diverse repertoire includes sacred and secular works, from the solemn "Miserere" to the lively "Libertango," orchestrated by Luis Enriques Bacalov. Each piece is meticulously chosen to resonate with themes of faith, hope, and human connection, reflecting the Pope's deep spiritual journey and his commitment to social justice.

This album is not just a collection of classical pieces; it is a testament to the enduring relevance of classical music in our contemporary world. Whether you are a devotee of Bach's intricate compositions or a fan of Mozart's melodic genius, this album offers a comprehensive and enriching experience. It is a celebration of music's ability to transcend boundaries and touch the soul, making it a significant addition to any classical music enthusiast's collection.

© 2025 UMG Recordings, Inc.℗ 2025 UMG Recordings, Inc. FP

Tracks

  1. O Bone IesuGiovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina, Sistine Chapel Choir, Massimo Palombella
  2. Goldberg Variations, BWV 988: Aria - Da CapoJohann Sebastian Bach, Karl Richter
  3. Für AlinaArvo Pärt, Alice Sara Ott
  4. Misa Tango: KyrieLuis Bacalov, Ana Maria Martinez, Plácido Domingo, Héctor Ulises Passarella, Orchestra dell'Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia, Myung-Whun Chung, Coro dell'Accademia Nazionale Di Santa Cecilia, Ciro Visco
  5. Misa Tango: CredoLuis Bacalov, Ana Maria Martinez, Plácido Domingo, Héctor Ulises Passarella, Orchestra dell'Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia, Myung-Whun Chung, Coro dell'Accademia Nazionale Di Santa Cecilia, Ciro Visco
  6. Missa Papae Marcelli: I. KyrieGiovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina, Sistine Chapel Choir, Massimo Palombella
  7. Parsifal, WWV 111 / Act 1: Verwandlungsmusik - LiveRichard Wagner, Bayreuth Festival Orchestra, Hans Knappertsbusch
  8. Ave verum corpus, K.618Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Orchestra dell'Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia, Myung-Whun Chung, Coro dell'Accademia Nazionale Di Santa Cecilia, Norbert Balatsch
  9. Viola da gamba Sonata in D Major, BWV 1028: I. Adagio - Performed on Cello & PianoJohann Sebastian Bach, Mischa Maisky, Martha Argerich
  10. Kyrie (Vidala-Baguala)Ariel Ramírez, Mercedes Sosa
  11. Gabriel's Oboe - From "The Mission"Ennio Morricone
  12. O quam gloriosumTomás Luis de Victoria, David Hill, Westminster Cathedral Choir
  13. The Well-Tempered Clavier: Book 1, BWV 846-869: 1. Prelude in C Major, BWV 846Johann Sebastian Bach, Daniel Barenboim
  14. Vater unserArvo Pärt, Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir, Tallinn Chamber Orchestra, Tõnu Kaljuste
  15. Beata viscera Mariae VirginisPérotin, Cecilia Bartoli, Sistine Chapel Choir, Massimo Palombella
  16. The Lord's PrayerAlbert Hay Malotte, Andrea Bocelli, The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square
  17. Piano Sonata No. 2 in F Major, K. 280: II. AdagioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Clara Haskil
  18. Mass In C Minor, K.427 "Grosse Messe": 3b. Credo: Et incarnatus estWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Maria Stader, Radio-Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Ferenc Fricsay
  19. Triple Concerto in C Major, Op. 56: 2. Largo - attacca - Live at Philharmonie, Berlin / 2019Ludwig van Beethoven, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Yo-Yo Ma, Daniel Barenboim, West-Eastern Divan Orchestra
  20. Turandot, Act III: Nessun dorma!Giacomo Puccini, Luciano Pavarotti, John Alldis Choir, Wandsworth School Boys Choir, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Zubin Mehta
  21. Mass In C Minor, K.427 "Grosse Messe": 1. KyrieWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Maria Stader, Radio-Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Ferenc Fricsay, Chor der St. Hedwigs-Kathedrale Berlin
  22. Ave MariaGiovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina, Sistine Chapel Choir, Massimo Palombella
  23. Piano Concerto No. 27 in B flat, K.595: 2. LarghettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Clara Haskil, Bayerisches Staatsorchester, Ferenc Fricsay
  24. Piano Concerto No. 20 in D Minor, K. 466: II. RomanceWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Clara Haskil, Orchestre Lamoureux, Igor Markevitch
  25. Mi Buenos Aires QueridoCarlos Gardel, Alfredo Le Pera
  26. La espuela (Arr. D'Arienzo)Elsa Pigrau Guidini, Cuarteto Soltango
  27. La Strada - Balletto / I. Strada costiera: 1. Andante largo - Molto tranquilloNino Rota, Giuseppe Grazioli, Orchestra Sinfonica di Milano Giuseppe Verdi
  28. On Earth As It Is In HeavenEnnio Morricone
  29. Mass / I. Devotions Before Mass: II. Hymn and Psalm: "A Simple Song" - LiveLeonard Bernstein, Kevin Vortmann, Philadelphia Orchestra, Yannick Nézet-Séguin
  30. Monsieur Saint-PierreHenri Contet, L. Hess, Édith Piaf
  31. OblivionAstor Piazzolla, Daniel Binelli, Louise Pellerin, Orchestre Symphonique de Montréal, Charles Dutoit
  32. Chiquilín de BachínAstor Piazzolla, Ezequiel Cortabarría, José Maria Gallardo del Rey
  33. Libertango - orchestrated by Luis Enriques BacalovAstor Piazzolla, Héctor Ulises Passarella, Luis Bacalov, Orchestra dell'Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia, Myung-Whun Chung
  34. Ave MariaAstor Piazzolla, Enrico Dindo, I Solisti di Pavia
  35. Milonga del ÁngelAstor Piazzolla, Daniel Binelli, Orchestre Symphonique de Montréal, Charles Dutoit
  36. Sicut cervus: I. Sicut cervusGiovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina, Stile Antico
  37. Brandenburg Concerto No. 1 in F, BWV 1046: 2. AdagioJohann Sebastian Bach, Hansheinz Schneeberger, Manfred Clement, Hermann Baumann, Werner Meyendorf, Karl Kolbinger, Hedwig Bilgram, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter
  38. Mass in B Minor, BWV 232: Agnus Dei: I. Agnus Dei (Aria)Johann Sebastian Bach, Anna Reynolds, Radio-Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Lorin Maazel
  39. Symphony No. 4 in B-Flat Major, Op. 60: III. Allegro vivace - Live at Alte Philharmonie, Berlin, 1943Ludwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Wilhelm Furtwängler
  40. Don Quixote, Op. 35: XIV. Finale. The Death of Don Quixote. Sehr ruhigRichard Strauss, Pierre Fournier, Giusto Cappone, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
  41. Götterdämmerung, WWV 86D / Act 3: FinaleRichard Wagner, Orchestre de Paris, Daniel Barenboim
  42. Piano Sonata No. 10 In C Major, K.330: 2. Andante cantabileWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Clara Haskil
  43. Symphony No. 5 in C Minor, Op. 67: I. Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Wilhelm Furtwängler
  44. Violin Sonata No. 35 in A Major, K. 526: III. PrestoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Arthur Grumiaux, Clara Haskil
  45. In the Steppes of Central AsiaAlexander Borodin, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Vladimir Ashkenazy
  46. Matthäus-Passion, BWV 244, Pt. 2: No. 39, Aria. Erbarme dich (Alto)Johann Sebastian Bach, Christa Ludwig, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
  47. Solemn March to the Holy Grail from Parsifal, S. 450Richard Wagner, Franz Liszt, Daniel Barenboim
  48. Johannes-Passion, BWV 245, Pt. 1: No. 1, Herr, unser HerrscherJohann Sebastian Bach, Heiner Hopfner, Nikolaus Hillebrand, Frank Sahesch-Pur, Roman Hankeln, Aldo Baldin, Hans Georg Ahrens, Collegium St. Emmeram, Regensburger Domspatzen, Hanns-Martin Schneidt
  49. Symphony No. 7 in A Major, Op. 92: II. Allegretto - Live at Alte Philharmonie, Berlin, 1943Ludwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Wilhelm Furtwängler
  50. MiserereGregorio Allegri, Sistine Chapel Choir, Massimo Palombella
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About Johann Sebastian Bach

Johann Sebastian Bach, born in 1685 in Eisenach, Germany, stands as one of the most influential figures in the history of Western music. A prolific composer and virtuoso performer on multiple instruments, Bach's genius spans a vast array of genres and forms. His compositions, ranging from the intricate Brandenburg Concertos to the profound St. Matthew Passion, showcase his unparalleled mastery of harmony, counterpoint, and emotional depth. Bach's keyboard works, such as the Goldberg Variations and The Well-Tempered Clavier, are staples of the classical repertoire, while his organ pieces like the Toccata and Fugue in D minor continue to inspire awe. Bach's legacy, revitalized during the 19th-century Bach Revival, endures as a testament to his enduring brilliance and innovation. His music, respected for its technical brilliance, intellectual rigor, and artistic beauty, continues to captivate audiences and musicians alike.

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